From $89 per vehicle — a private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Nobu Hotel Miami Beach covers 12 miles in 20 to 35 minutes door to door, in a black SUV or climate-controlled van with a bilingual driver, at a flat rate. The driver meets your group curbside at the cruise terminal and drops you at the Mid-Beach lobby.
The fare is flat per vehicle, locked the moment you book, and depends only on the size of your group.
A private SUV or van is the simplest way off the ship: the driver meets your group curbside at the cruise terminal and drives straight to Mid-Beach. Select the black SUV for parties up to five, or a climate-controlled van for groups of six to fourteen. There is plenty of room for cruise luggage, so suitcases, carry-ons, and beach gear all load in one journey. After you clear the terminal, you step to the waiting vehicle instead of hunting a curbside queue. The ride leaves the port, crosses the MacArthur Causeway into Miami Beach, and follows Collins Avenue north to the hotel entrance. To reserve a time, message us on WhatsApp with your ship name, arrival date, group size, and whether you desire a name sign at the exit.
Send a WhatsApp message with your cruise line, ship name, disembarkation date, and the number of passengers. We confirm the vehicle and pickup window in writing, then you pay the full fare. Last-minute requests are welcome, but booking a day or two ahead guarantees the right vehicle for your group size.
A reserved vehicle for your party alone removes the friction of arriving in a new city after a long sailing. The fare is flat, locked at booking, with no surge for traffic or demand, so the price you agree to is the price you pay. Your driver is bilingual, speaking English and Spanish, which makes coordinating pickup and directions simple. Nobody else shares the car, the route, or the schedule. You reach us directly on WhatsApp, so there is no app queue and no anonymous dispatch between you and the person at the wheel. For cruise passengers juggling a tight turnaround, that means one clear point of contact, a confirmed time, and a vehicle sized to your group waiting when you step off the ship.
Yes. Every driver on this route is bilingual, speaking English and Spanish. That helps if your group is mixed-language or if you want to confirm directions, add a quick stop, or arrange the name sign without a translation app. Let us know your preferred language when you book.
The drive covers 12 miles and takes 20 minutes off-peak, stretching to about 35 minutes at peak. The biggest variable is the MacArthur Causeway and the Collins Avenue corridor, which slow during morning rush and on heavy disembark days when several ships unload at once. Because the fare is fixed, slower traffic never changes what you pay. We build a sensible buffer into pickup timing so a hectic terminal exit does not put your arrival at risk. If you are heading back to the port for embarkation or a flight, we plan the return around the cruise schedule with the same window in mind, leaving margin for causeway congestion so you reach the terminal comfortably ahead of all-aboard.
Nobu Hotel Miami Beach occupies the oceanfront Eden Roc complex on Collins Avenue in Mid-Beach, blending the Nobu name with a classic Morris Lapidus resort. Guests locate direct Atlantic beach access, multiple pools, a Nobu restaurant, and a spa, all a short drive from the port. The Mid-Beach setting is quieter than South Beach yet close to the boardwalk that links the two. For arriving cruise passengers, it is a simple reset before or after a sailing, with the lobby drop-off right at the entrance. For room types, dining, and amenities, see the Nobu Hotel Miami Beach visitor guide.
The Mid-Beach district puts the beachfront boardwalk steps away, running south toward South Beach and north toward the Bal Harbour stretch. Collins Avenue offers cafes and shops within walking distance, while the South Beach nightlife scene is a short ride away. It is a relaxed base for a pre- or post-cruise stay.
Yes. The property is oceanfront on Mid-Beach with direct beach access, so you can be on the Atlantic shore minutes after the driver drops you at the lobby. That waterfront position is one reason it works well for cruise passengers who want sand and pool time without straying far from the port.
The flat fare is door to door and covers the full ride, the driver, and the running costs of the journey. Tolls, SunPass, and fuel are all included in the price, so nothing is added on arrival. Onboard WiFi runs through a mobile hotspot, handy for checking in to the hotel or messaging family while you ride. Pets are not accepted; certified service animals are welcome with advance notice. Everything quoted at booking is what you pay for the agreed journey, with extras limited to a short, clearly defined list.
Beyond the flat fare, only a few extras exist. A surcharge applies to pickups outside daytime hours, detailed in the late-night section below. Pets are not accepted; certified service animals are welcome with advance notice. Nothing else is added to the agreed price.
The driver meets your group curbside right at the cruise terminal as you exit, so there is no garage to locate. If you request it on WhatsApp in advance, the driver holds a name sign at the exit. Message us when you step off and we point you to the exact pickup spot.
Yes. We run the journey in both directions and book return legs to or from Port of Miami and Nobu Hotel Miami Beach. For embarkation day we schedule the pickup with margin for causeway traffic so you reach the terminal well ahead of all-aboard. A round journey is double the one-way fare.
A more coordinated, premium service — flat fare, named driver, cruise-terminal pickup — at a significantly lower total cost than Uber Black or Lyft Lux.
| Feature | Us | Uber | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat rate locked at booking | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak |
| Vehicle | Black SUV reserved for your group | Driver’s own car | Driver’s own car |
| Cruise terminal meet-and-greet | Driver waits at the terminal with your name | Curbside only after you book | Curbside only after you book |
| Ship arrival tracking | Yes — free re-timing if your ship docks late | No — you re-book if delayed | No — you re-book if delayed |
One booking, one coordinated pickup, significantly lower cost than an Uber Black or Lyft Lux surge.
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Lock your private transfer between PortMiami and Nobu Hotel Miami Beach before you sail. Message us with your ship name, date, group size, and whether you require a name sign, and we will confirm the vehicle and pickup window in writing. Reserve early so the right SUV or van is waiting the moment you step off the ship.
Email: [email protected] | Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (786) 682-8748From the Port of Miami, plan on about 25 minutes and 9.5 miles to reach Nobu Hotel Miami Beach via I-195 (Julia Tuttle Causeway) and I-95. Prices are per vehicle, not per seat: $89 for the Black SUV, $140 for the Van, $200 for the Van XL. Pickup is at your cruise terminal curb at PortMiami.
| Road distance | 9.5 miles |
|---|---|
| Black SUV, 1-5 | $89 |
| Drop-off address | 4525 Collins Ave, Miami Beach |
| Drive time | 25 minutes |
| Van, 6-9 | $140 |
| Main roads | I-195 (Julia Tuttle Causeway), I-95 |
| Van XL, 10-14 | $200 |
| Back from Nobu Hotel Miami Beach | $89 / $140 / $200 |
Going back works the same way. The driver meets you at the main entrance of the hotel (4525 Collins Ave) and takes you to your cruise terminal at PortMiami, 9.5 miles away, in about 25 minutes with light traffic. Fares for the return from Nobu Hotel Miami Beach are $89 (Black SUV), $140 (Van) and $200 (Van XL). The booking box below opens with the two points swapped. Book the return
The 9.5 miles from the Port of Miami to Nobu Hotel Miami Beach take about 25 minutes without heavy traffic via I-195 (Julia Tuttle Causeway) and I-95. At busy hours, allow extra time. Each vehicle has a fixed fare, no traffic or surge charges: $89 for the Black SUV, $140 for the Van and $200 for the Van XL.
Choose the moment you will be on the curb with your luggage. The driver is at your terminal at the agreed time, then covers the 9.5 miles to Nobu Hotel Miami Beach.
Outside the cruise terminal, at the curb. Driver, car and plate arrive by message ahead of the pickup, so you know who to look for; the drive to Nobu Hotel Miami Beach starts as soon as the bags are loaded and takes about 25 minutes.
In the Black SUV ($89 to Nobu Hotel Miami Beach) passengers plus big suitcases can add up to 10, so five people with five cases fit. The Van ($140) carries 9 passengers and 9 big cases, the Van XL ($200) 14 and 14, and everyone keeps a carry-on.
We do. The driver picks you up at Nobu Hotel Miami Beach and takes you to your cruise terminal for $89 (Black SUV), $140 (Van) or $200 (Van XL). Plan on about 25 minutes for the 9.5 miles, more at rush hour.
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Ruta inteligente. Auto limpio. Buen conductor. Interior limpio.
Me encantó. nos sentimos seguros todo el trayecto.
Todo perfecto. nos sentimos seguros todo el trayecto, además nos confirmaron por mensaje la noche anterior. (para nuestro grupo de 6)
Hit the hotel by check-in and unpacked early.
Reserva fácil e sem stress: acomodou as malas direitinho, a reserva levou uns cinco minutos, acompanhou a chegada do navio e ajustou o horário.